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Kenya Fly-in Family Safari

An 11-day family-friendly adventure on safari in the Maasai Mara and by the beach in Malindi on the Kenya coast

Embark on the ultimate family adventure, filled with shared experiences and lasting memories. Together you’ll explore the Maasai Mara, home to scarlet robed warriors and one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world. Animals only previously seen in books are brought to life here in spectacular fashion. Then hit the white-sand beach at Malindi for water sports and turtle spotting, followed by pizza and ice cream in ‘Little Italy’. And if you need some background reading on family safaris and what to expect, read here.

Safari
11 days
Family, Beach & island, Fly-in safari, Natural beauty, Wildlife

£4,775 - £6,250 per person for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children under 12).

Itinerary overview

Day 1

Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival in Nairobi, a local representative will be waiting at the airport ...

Day 2

Today is free to relax and explore the capital city of Nairobi. Choose from an exciting selection...

Day 3

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic flight by light aircraft to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. You...

Day 4

Wake up to splendid views across the Mara plains and a hearty breakfast in the Isokon restaurant....

Day 5

During your stay there’s the opportunity to take a thrilling hot-air balloon safari to gain a who...

Days 6 to 10

With your safari completed it’s time to hit the beach. After breakfast you’ll fly via Nairobi to ...

Day 11

After breakfast, transfer to Malindi Airport for regional flights, or 2 hours to Mombasa Airport ...

Day 1

Arrival in Nairobi

Welcome to Kenya. Upon arrival in Nairobi, a local representative will be waiting at the airport to transfer you to your comfortable hotel. Overnight at Eka Hotel.

Day 2

Nairobi

Today is free to relax and explore the capital city of Nairobi. Choose from an exciting selection of optional activities to create your bespoke family day out. Options include the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, Giraffe Centre, and the Empowering Mothers and Go Granny Go community projects. Overnight at Eka Hotel.

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
Nairobi

On this tour you’ll have the chance to meet orphaned elephants at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. The trust was set up over 40 years ago by Daphne Sheldrick in memory of her husband David, who was a famous warden and naturalist in Tsavo East National Park. It has developed into the most successful rescue and rehabilitation programme for elephants in the world, with many of the babies released back into the wild in Tsavo after about three years of rehabilitation.

At around 10.00am you’ll transfer by private vehicle to Nairobi National Park, arriving at the centre for the 11.00am feeding. The elephants know when it’s time to have their milk and come running down into the feeding area. As the keepers feed them, a guide from the trust will introduce you to the individual elephants and tell you their rescue stories. You’ll get to ask questions while the animals play.

Visiting will give you a chance to get up close to the elephants, learn about the wildlife trust’s work and contribute to the conservation of these incredible animals. As well as helping orphaned elephants and rhinos, the trust works on anti-poaching initiatives, habitat protection and runs mobile vet clinics. Following the visit, return to your hotel.

Day 3

Nairobi & Maasai Mara

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic flight by light aircraft to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Your home for the next three nights is an authentic camp set in the heart of this wildlife-rich reserve, where you’ll sleep in a family safari tent. Sarova Mara Game Camp offers a classic safari experience with the comfort of a hotel-style residence. Your plans for the following days are incredibly flexible, with daily games drives accompanied by expert local guides as well as plenty of activities and a kids' club back at camp. Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp.

Day 4

Maasai Mara

Wake up to splendid views across the Mara plains and a hearty breakfast in the Isokon restaurant. The Maasai Mara is home to one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the world and today you’ll begin to discover it. The region is deservedly famous for its big cats but is also a fantastic place to experience other wildlife including elephants, giraffe, zebra, antelope, impala, hyenas and warthogs. It's a joy to see your children learn about and appreciate wildlife and nature on a family game drive around the reserve. Back at camp, The Ozone Rangers Club provides plenty of activities for children and the opportunity for their own exploration into the wild. Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp.

Day 5

Maasai Mara

During your stay there’s the opportunity to take a thrilling hot-air balloon safari to gain a whole new perspective of the Maasai Mara. Wake early and watch as the balloon is prepared, then take flight and drift upwards as the sun rises and wildlife roam below. This is our most popular optional experience in Kenya. The rest of the day is spent wildlife spotting on further game drives. Return to camp for a dip in the swimming pool or to unwind at the Tulia wellness tent. Overnight at Sarova Mara Game Camp.

Days 6 to 10

Malindi & Watamu

With your safari completed it’s time to hit the beach. After breakfast you’ll fly via Nairobi to Malindi on Kenya’s coast to spend the next five nights on the edge of the Indian Ocean. The town of Malindi is well worth a visit to explore the crumbling Gedi Ruins. Dating back to the early 13th century, this once-grand Swahili town is UNESCO-listed. With over 600 species of fish flitting among corals, the Watamu Marine National Park is a veritable paradise for diving and snorkelling.

Day 11

Malindi & Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Malindi Airport for regional flights, or 2 hours to Mombasa Airport for an international flight.

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Guide price information

Low Season

01 Apr - 31 May. Easter supplements apply, please enquire for details

£4,775pp
Mid Season

01 Jan - 31 Mar, 01 Jun - 15 Jun, 01 Nov - 15 Dec

£5,095pp
High Season

16 Sep - 31 Oct

£5,625pp
Peak Season

16 Jun - 15 Sep

£6,250pp

Guide price information is based on economy class international flights, accommodation, transport and experiences as detailed in the itinerary above. Guide prices do not include optional things to do. Prices can change both up and down and these prices represent only a guide, call us for up-to-date prices. The cost of your holiday depends upon the time of year you travel, duration of your holiday, preferred departure airport, airlines, hotels and things to do. Prices are per person based on 2 adults sharing a room. Local taxes and fees may change before travel and are based on current exchange rates.

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